INFORMATION LITERACY & LEARNING SKILLS

Which of the following best describes the ACRL's definition of information literacy?

• A simple ability to use search engines

• A set of integrated abilities encompassing reflective discovery, understanding information production, and ethical participation in learning communities

• The technical skill of finding information quickly

• A method of memorizing academic facts

In the Information Literacy Framework, "Authority Is Constructed and Contextual" means:

• Only academic experts are always right

• Authority varies across contexts and depends on the source's credibility within its community

• Only published sources are authoritative

• Authority is fixed and unchanging

When evaluating "Information Creation as a Process", which characteristic is most important?

• The length of the document

• Recognising different creation methods reflect varying levels of quality

• The publication date

• The number of citations

The concept "Information Has Value" suggests that information is:

• Always free and accessible

• Solely an academic resource

• A commodity influenced by legal and socio-economic factors

• Only valuable in scientific contexts

"Research as Inquiry" primarily implies:

• Following a rigid research methodology

• An iterative process of asking questions and building on existing knowledge

• Collecting as much data as possible

• Proving a predetermined hypothesis

What does "Scholarship as Conversation" emphasize?

• Scholars always agree with each other

• Academic discourse is static and unchanging

• Scholarly discourse involves diverse perspectives contributing over time

• Only published research matters

"Searching as Strategic Exploration" suggests that effective searching:

• Always follows a linear path

• Requires flexible strategies and iterative refinement

• Depends solely on keyword matching

• Can be completed in a single attempt

Which information structure represents connections between different pieces of information?

• Linear structure

• Hierarchical structure

• Network structure

• Chronological structure

A primary information source is characterised by:

• Detailed analysis and interpretation

• Direct or firsthand information

• Commentary on historical events

• Secondary interpretations

When distinguishing between popular and scholarly sources, which characteristic is most significant?

• Length of the document

• Publication frequency

• Intended audience and expertise of the author

• Graphic design quality